Kim Kardashian struggles to walk in tight dress; how ill-fitting clothes can hamper skin health

New Delhi: TV personality Kim Kardashian is making headlines yet again for her fashion choice – and this time, fans saw her at the Milan Fashion Week in a shimmery silver dress, but it doesn’t end here. Known for her offbeat sense of fashion, this time fans were left in splits with her extremely tight, body-hugging dress that left her unable to walk or climb stairs. In a few backstage videos, she is seen struggling to walk normally and even jumping to climb the stars while taking support from the handrail – all because of her ultra-tight Dolce & Gabbana outfit. And it did not get any better when she tried to get into her car.

How tight is too tight?

Body-hugging clothes can sometimes be comfortable but it is important to know when the same becomes unhealthy – when it starts to cause physical discomfort. While the idea of too tight clothing can be subjective, some signs on the skin or symptoms could be a red flag:

1. Pressure marks
2. Red marks on the skin
3. Breathing difficulty
4. Numbing sensation
5. Restricted movement

How do tight clothes affect health?

It is one thing to feel uncomfortable in a tight shirt or top and skinny pair of jeans – but a completely different subject when such clothes start to come in the way of normal functions or result in physical discomfort such as breathing difficulties and marks on the skin. But that is not where it ends. The repercussions of a fashion choice as this can cause a great deal of harm in the form of nerve entrapment.

What is nerve entrapment?

Several studies have earlier indicated how wearing too tight clothes can damage the blood vessels and restrict the smooth circulation of blood in the body. It can also result in a state known as nerve entrapment – when spinal nerves get compressed to cause tingling sensations, numbness, and pain in the side of the thighs.

Alternatively, tight clothing can cause gastrointestinal problems, yeast infections, poor workout performance, and in extreme cases, breast cancer.

Disclaimer: Tips and suggestions mentioned in the article are for general information purposes only and should not be construed as professional medical advice. Always consult your doctor or a dietician before starting any fitness programme or making any changes to your diet.